All, I've been working on a lot of portable consoles lately, and have decided to offer repair/upgrade/recapping services. If you have an Atari Lynx or a Game Gear that isn't quite working like it is supposed to, these services can help.

For the Lynx, the caps are pretty reliable, but they are getting old, so it's not a bad idea to future proof. At a minimum, I recommend replacing the Q11/Q12 power MOSFET and the D13 zener diode. These are the most common failure points that can fry a Lynx. I'm doing these rather than doing the 5V regulator mod (although if you want it, I'll still do it, but I don't think its necessary anymore).

For the Game Gear, you pretty much are guaranteed to need new capacitors at this point. The originals leak, and this causes Low/No sound, poor video display, and even no power on at all. Cap replacement on these is a bit tedious, but easily accomplished.

All services include a basic cleaning, and care of your portable. If there is something wrong beyond these base services, I can let you know what I can/can't fix.

Atari Lynx Services:

New Power MOSFET/Zener Diode Only: $5

Recapping and high efficiency MOSFET and Zener Diode: $40 (recommended)

LCD Upgrade and new high-efficiency MOSFET/Zener Diode: $110 for McWill LCD Screen, $50 for install, additional $20 for VGA port installation (currently working on a new solution for this)

Shipping would be covered by the owner. Payment would be due upon completion of work via PayPal.

Service Turnaround:

I'm located on the west coast in the US in Vancouver, WA. I should be able to get most jobs done within a few days, although this is a hobby for me so sometimes life gets in the way. I'll let you know when things take longer. I generally don't start jobs until I have all the parts on hand. I don't stock lots of the McWill screens, so as I run out, there can be a delay of several weeks in getting more ordered.

Cowdog360 went above and beyond on service to my Lynx II. He installed my McWill LCD w/ a custom "stealth" vga out, did a recap, voltage regulator upgrade and new speaker. He had it back in the post in just a few days. I played it all weekend and it is flawless. Truly, it has breathed new life into the Lynx. The games look and play great!

I bought a refurbished lynx 2 from cowdog360, it was very well packaged, arrived very quickly, and most importantly everything looked brand new and worked great! He was very friendly and accommodating throughout the process and I won't hesitate to go back to him for more in the future. Thanks!

All, I've been working on a lot of portable consoles lately, and have decided to offer repair/upgrade/recapping services. If you have an Atari Lynx or a Game Gear that isn't quite working like it is supposed to, these services can help.

For the Lynx, the caps are pretty reliable, but they are getting old, so it's not a bad idea to future proof. At a minimum, I recommend replacing the Q11/Q12 power MOSFET and the D13 zener diode. These are the most common failure points that can fry a Lynx. I'm doing these rather than doing the 5V regulator mod (although if you want it, I'll still do it, but I don't think its necessary anymore).

For the Game Gear, you pretty much are guaranteed to need new capacitors at this point. The originals leak, and this causes Low/No sound, poor video display, and even no power on at all. Cap replacement on these is a bit tedious, but easily accomplished.

All services include a basic cleaning, and care of your portable. If there is something wrong beyond these base services, I can let you know what I can/can't fix.

Shipping would be covered by the owner. Payment would be due upon completion of work via PayPal.

Service Turnaround:

I'm located on the west coast in the US in Vancouver, WA. I should be able to get most jobs done within a few days, although this is a hobby for me so sometimes life gets in the way. I'll let you know when things take longer. I generally don't start jobs until I have all the parts on hand. I don't stock lots of the McWill screens, so as I run out, there can be a delay of several weeks in getting more ordered.

Just got a refurbished Lynx ][, and I just want to say that it was the cleanest, most beautiful Lynx I've ever seen. Well worth the money spent! Did not get the upgraded screen, but the one in this unit is pretty damned impressive. Would buy again from Aaron! Nice work!

I recently purchased a Lynx II off ebay. It seems to have been disassembled before. The direction pad seems to be bad and moves left constantly. Do you still offer the replacement control contacts repair service? Thanks for your time, Chris.

I bought a refurbished lynx 2 from cowdog360, it was very well packaged, arrived very quickly, and most importantly everything looked brand new and worked great! He was very friendly and accommodating throughout the process and I won't hesitate to go back to him for more in the future. Thanks!

This is what I am looking for.......if you get another, keep me in mind!!!

If you are still offering lynx mod services, please let me know. I am interested in the mcwill upgrade and install along with recapping and New Power MOSFET and Zener along with vGA port installation. Thank you